Let us bring the Mad Science Laboratory to you

Mad Science is the leading provider of Fun Science for children age 3 to 12.  We strive to Spark the Imagination and Curiosity of children and inspire a lasting interest in Science. We do this by providing fun, interactive, and educational activities that instill a clearer understanding of science and how it effects the world around us. 

 Mad Science workshops are

• 1 hour long
• appropriate for the skills and capabilities af children age 5-12 (preschool programs available)
• include demonstrations, group activities and individual take home activity
• equiped for up to 25 children
• Cost is $135 + GST

Topics to choose from are:

 Ø      Seeking our Senses

Explore all five senses. Test your vision with optical illusions, experiment with your hearing, and try your hand at reading Braille.

Ø      Dinosaurs

Examine real fossil casts, and explore the differences in the teeth of herbivorous and carnivorous dinosaurs. Students will participate in a mini dinosaur excavation and make a cast of dinosaur tooth to take home.

Ø      Matter of Fact

Explore molecules and how they are held together. See the dramatic differences between physical and chemical changes as you make up a batch of your very own Mad Science putty to take home.

Ø      Slippery Science

This class demystifies one of the most fascinating and beneficial molecules known to mankind…. Polymers. Make your own slime to take home

Ø      Bugs

Students will explore the world's most abundant animal! Insect defenses and their role in our ecosystems will be explored in fun, hands-on activities. Children will use their knowledge of insects to make their very own bug model to take home.

Ø      Super Structures

Discover the strengths of triangles, cylinders and arches. Learn how combinations of these shapes make for sturdy homes and skyscrapers! Use teamwork to build your own super structures as well as an earthquake-proof building!

Ø      Space Exploration

Learn what it takes to be a true globetrotter! These are the voyages of young inquiring minds on a quest to discover Space! Their mission: to take an exciting look at planets, moons, comets, and the stars.... to bodly go where bright young minds love to go.

Ø      Laser Light

Learn about light, colours, holograms & special effects. Use a real laser to create illusions, design a light show and compete in a friendly game of Laser Limbo.

Ø      Cells

Explore the cell anatomy and the function of the parts of the cell. Study actual cell structures under the microscope. Create a model cell to take home.

Ø      Mineral Mania

Recreate the process of rock formation and the process of rock and mineral classification. Experience the thrill of panning for gems: the gems you find you can take home for further study and identification.

Ø      Black and Blue Oceans

Students will devise and test oil spill techniques in a minor oil spill. They will also explore the causes and remedies for acid rain through PH testing and monitoring methods.

Ø        Crazy Chemistry

Become a lab scientist in training and learn to manipulate an assortment of lab equipment in a series of hands-on experiments. Explore the difference between chemical and physical reactions and learn about the molecular structure of materials.

Ø      Be Tobacco Free

Learn about the harm inflicted on your body from smoke. Participate in experiments that look at healthy vs unhealthy lungs. Observe the effect of tobacco on teeth. Be Tobacco Free.

Ø      Black and Blue Oceans

Students will devise and test oil spill techniques in a minor oil spill. They will also explore the causes and remedies for acid rain through PH testing and monitoring methods.